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Development Engineering Technician Supervisor - CD Shift

SkyWater Technology
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)

2401 East 86th Street (Show on map)
May 06, 2026
Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location - employees join together to improve the world. Explore what's possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning "science fiction" into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services. Step into the future. SkyWater's values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees - and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds. Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world! Explore an excellent career opportunity within the Advanced Technology Services (ATS) Engineering group at SkyWater. Our Development Engineering Technician Supervisor - CD Shift manages the Development Engineering Technicians to support the ATS Engineering team. This individual will assess team members' performance, providing training, coaching, and overall management. As the Supervisor, you will ensure department targets are achieved per plans and will work directly with team members, and other departmental leaders, as required to determine improvements to processes. Responsibilities: Hire, train, and supervise ATS Development Engineering Techs. Act as the primary liaison between ATS and Wafer Services departments. Publish a daily ATS PLL/Hold summary to the ATS Engineering team. Assist ATS techs in troubleshooting and disposition of non-conforming material and/or engineering experiments. Utilize continuous improvement and engage colleagues within the ATS group to eliminate waste and improve product quality. Maintain and publish, quarterly, an ATS Development Technician Skills Matrix for all fab toolsets. Strive to become the quality gate responsible for approving area non-cons and drive area improvements (Engineering SOP specs, OCAPs, and SPC charts). Required Qualifications: 5+ years' experience in a semiconductor fabrication facility or Bachelor's degree in STEM 1+ years of formal leadership experience Demonstrated strong organizational skills and work ethic Prior experience using effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects Proficient with MS Office Not a morning person? No problem! This position is on CD Shift. This means, Thursday through Saturday, and every other Wednesday, 12pm (noon) -12:15am. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in STEM U.S. Citizenship Required: This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship. The annual salary range for this role is $78,240 - $117,360. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate. SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate. Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market. SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or Recruiting@SkyWatertechnology.com. EOE, including disability/vets